Chicken Pasta Salad for the Crowd

By D. Kubovy

The holiday season will be upon us before you know it. Which means food, fun, and family will be the order of the day. Whether you're hosting the clan in your own home, or want to pitch in at a relative's gathering, we've got a recipe that's perfect for large groups of adults and kids.

Our Family Reunion Pasta Salad includes pasta, veggies, and chicken -- a healthy combination with something for everyone. It makes a great appetizer or side dish for a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or other holiday get-together. And the leftovers are guaranteed to taste great, too!

By D. Kubovy

The holiday season will be upon us before you know it. Which means food, fun, and family will be the order of the day. Whether you're hosting the clan in your own home, or want to pitch in at a relative's gathering, we've got a recipe that's perfect for large groups of adults and kids.

Our Family Reunion Pasta Salad includes pasta, veggies, and chicken -- a healthy combination with something for everyone. It makes a great appetizer or side dish for a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or other holiday get-together. And the leftovers are guaranteed to taste great, too!

Of course, you don't have to make this dish for a big group. "I prepared the salad just for our family," said one of our panel moms. Another noted, "it makes a great side dish and a great option to mix up your lunch items." But adjust the recipe size accordingly: "The recipe makes over a pound of pasta salad," noted a New York parent, "so be sure you have enough folks to eat it!"